Best Car Dealers Near Rochester, MN

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 14 of 34 car dealers near Rochester, MN from 58 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $379.

Data updated Oct 13, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 14 dealers with verified quotes.

$379
Avg Doc Fee
MN avg: $332
79%
No Add-ons
86/100
Avg Score
58
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in MN

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in MN is $332. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 79% of dealers near Rochester charge no mandatory add-ons.
  • Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
  • Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.

Car Dealers Near Rochester FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Rochester, MN?

Subaru of Rochester (Rochester, MN) is the highest-graded dealer near Rochester on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 99/100, based on 7 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Rochester charge?

As of October 2026, rated dealers near Rochester, MN charge an average documentation fee of $379, compared to a MN state average of $332 — based on 58 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Rochester?

Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes — fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%) — and graded A-F. Rankings update as new quotes near Rochester are verified.